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"Don't Polish The Turd," And Other Oddball Writing Advice That Works
Even with a dozen published books to my name, I sometimes need a dose of inspiration when I sit down to write. Above my desk, I've posted a paper with various pieces of fiction-writing wisdom I've collected over the years. Some of the advice may sound odd
Tags: Writing Advice, Inspiration, Writing
When Getting Stuck Goes Amuck
Many of us have always wanted to write. We have all gotten writer's block. What happens when we are stuck? Can we go to a doctor for having writer's block? Are there any "writing doctors" that prescribe medication to overcome what to write about
Tags: Writer's Block, Writing, Article Writing, Success, Motivation, Inspiration, Patience, Writing
Putting Off Writing That Novel Until The Kids Are Grown?
If you want to write a novel, but are putting it off until the kids are grown, I have two words for you: Don't wait. It's possible to raise a happy, healthy family and still follow your writing dream. And that's true whether you're single or married. Whet
Tags: Writing Advice, Inspiration, Mothers, Writing
Choose Life: A Eulogy For My Mother
After a long illness, my mother passed away in June 2006. Even though we all knew she had little time left, her death still came as a shock. My brothers helped me write the eulogy, and I delivered it. I almost made it through, maintaining my composure a
Tags: Writing, Eulogy, Loss Of Parent, Grieving, Inspiration, Books, Author, Public Speaking, Writing
Book Promotion Woes?
Too many new authors believe that once their book is written the sales will just come pouring in and they will make a bundle. Sadly, this disillusionment is shattered when they receive a royalty check. The honest to goodness truth of the matter is that th
Tags: Book Marketing, Encouragement, Inspiration, Trash Talk, Book-marketing
An Article Writing Philosophy – Do You Have One
Do you have a well thought out reason for writing articles? That is most likely your article writing philosophy, but in case you don't have one, let me make a few suggestions for developing one.
Tags: Articles, Writing, Motivation, Inspiration, Politics, Op-eds, Inspirational, Political Writing, Writing Tips, Article-writing
Life Advice: Looking Through A Window
Learn the true secret of life by gazing at any window or mirror. The medium is simple, but the message - divine.
Tags: Life, Inspirational, Motivational, Life Advice, Self Improvement, Self Help, Writing-speaking
Life Advice: A Lost Friend Speaks
A dying friend taught me how to live my life. Read a short summary of his teachings here.
Tags: Life Advice, Motivational, Inspirational, Motivation, Inspiration, Self Help, Self Improvement, Writing-speaking
Como Mantener Tu Salud Mental
Aquí te presento una serie de consejos para mejorar tu salud mental, la cual es tan importante como la salud física.
Tags: Health, Advice, Self Help, Holydays, Inspirational, Motivation, Writing-speaking
Life Advice: Looking Through A Window
Learn the true secret of life by gazing at any window or mirror. The medium is simple, but the message - divine.
Tags: Life, Inspirational, Motivational, Life Advice, Self Improvement, Self Help, Vehicles
Life Advice: A Lost Friend Speaks
A dying friend taught me how to live my life. Read a short summary of his teachings here.
Tags: Life Advice, Motivational, Inspirational, Motivation, Inspiration, Self Help, Self Improvement, Vehicles
Como Mantener Tu Salud Mental
Aquí te presento una serie de consejos para mejorar tu salud mental, la cual es tan importante como la salud física.
Tags: Health, Advice, Self Help, Holydays, Inspirational, Motivation, Vehicles
Life Advice: Looking Through A Window
Learn the true secret of life by gazing at any window or mirror. The medium is simple, but the message - divine.
Tags: Life, Inspirational, Motivational, Life Advice, Self Improvement, Self Help, Travel-leisure
Life Advice: A Lost Friend Speaks
A dying friend taught me how to live my life. Read a short summary of his teachings here.
Tags: Life Advice, Motivational, Inspirational, Motivation, Inspiration, Self Help, Self Improvement, Travel-leisure
Como Mantener Tu Salud Mental
Aquí te presento una serie de consejos para mejorar tu salud mental, la cual es tan importante como la salud física.
Tags: Health, Advice, Self Help, Holydays, Inspirational, Motivation, Travel-leisure